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Gusto Ristorante, Hilton Head Island, SC

Gusto Ristorante

4.6
4.6
1861 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
Gusto Ristorante is a Northern Italian restaurant with a touch of the South at the Sea Turtle Marketplace in Hilton Head Island.
The executive chef and owner Giancarlo Balestra with his wife Nancy bring the vibrant flavors of his native hometown of Rome, Italy to Hilton Head. The couple who met in Rome 28 years ago discovered their shared passion for food and adventure and have since owned and operated restaurants in Aspen, Co, Winter Park, Fla and Saratoga Springs, NY. They fell in love with Hilton Head and decided to jump into this new exciting culinary adventure, hence the name Gusto, which means flavor and taste in Italian but also means a zest and enthusiasm for a delicious taste of life. The restaurant has a full bar, extensive wine list.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Dining Bar, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (843) 802-2424
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Giancarlo Balestra
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What 1,861 people are saying

Gusto Ristorante reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hilton Head

    Kid-friendly

  • Hilton Head

    Good for groups

  • Hilton Head

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gusto Ristorante delivers the charm of authentic Italian cuisine in Hilton Head Island. Guests rave about the "amazing food and service," with standout dishes like "the best bruschetta on the island" and "fantastic chicken parm." The warm, family-like atmosphere and "outstanding service" from Antonio and the team ensure a memorable dining experience.

1,861 Reviews
  1. PYoder VIP

    Columbus53 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was extraordinarily good - food was best Italian I’ve ever experienced!

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  2. John

    Charleston8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food, service and atmosphere were excellent. We were checked on regularly and the bread is awesome. Great experience.

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  3. dorothy VIP

    Pittsburgh96 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    tables are so tiny there is not adequate room for food

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  4. Denis

    San Francisco13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. Served hot. Just the right amount of attention from our waiter.

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  5. Charles

    Charleston16 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We have had mixed experiences when eating at this restaurant the few times we’ve visited. Tonight will likely be our last visit. My wife had chicken piccata and I had chicken marsala. The portions were good as was the mashed potatoes and vegetables. It would have been helpful to have a steak knife for the chicken breast even though it was slices relatively thin. Seemed to have been poached. Very disappointing today I’m afraid.

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  6. William VIP

    Atlanta11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a wonderful restaurant with great food and an owner and staff are as friendly and helpful as you can find. Pricing is also reasonable. Can’t wait to return.

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  7. Steve VIP

    Charleston40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service, staff, and ambience…..Antonio the best….good singer too

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  8. Noreen

    Cleveland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always come back to Gusto’s when we are on Hilton Head Island! Great food, service and prices!

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  9. david VIP

    Washington DC67 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about this restaurant is first class. We were greeted warmly, service was awesome and the drinks and food were amazing! we had the calamari piastra appetizer, oh my goodness, and two specials pork Milanese and blue crab ravioli with shrimp and Vodka sauce. Both were amazing! Why haven't we been here before?! We will be back! Great experience!

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  10. Ashley

    Atlanta6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Too many people crammed into a small space. We were right next to other people. We might as well be sitting together. There was no privacy. The appetizers were overpriced. The amount of calamari was laughable for the price. However, the entrees were good and the service was great.

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FAQs

Gusto Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 802-2424.

Gusto Ristorante is rated 4.6 stars by 1861 OpenTable diners.

Gusto Ristorante does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today

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Google Map for Gusto Ristorante

430 William Hilton Pkwy, Suite #301 Sea Turtle Marketplace, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    North Island - highway 278 and Mathews Drive
  • Neighborhood
    Hilton Head Island
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Dining Bar, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Giancarlo Balestra
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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